GANT: Student Affairs- Assistant

Student Affairs
- Assistant Agency East Texas A&M University Department New Student & Family Programs

Proposed Minimum Salary: $13.33 hourly

Job Location:

Commerce, Texas
Job Type: Graduate Assistant

• Assist with the planning, coordination, implementation, and assessment of New Student Orientation programs.
• Support the recruitment, training, and supervision of Orientation Leaders and student staff.
• Assist with orientation check-in, registration processes, presentations, and event logistics.
• Collaborate with campus departments and academic colleges to ensure a successful orientation experience for incoming students and families.
• Evaluate participant feedback and recommend improvements for future orientation programs.
• Assist in developing communication and marketing materials for orientation programs.

• Assist with the planning, promotion, implementation, and assessment of Family Weekend events and activities.
• Collaborate with campus partners, departments, and community stakeholders to coordinate Family Weekend programming.
• Support communication initiatives that connect family members to university resources and events.
• Assist with event registration, guest services, and on-site event management during Family Weekend.
• Help develop programming that supports family engagement and student success.

• Attend and assist with weekly departmental meetings, events, retreats, and training opportunities.
• Support programs and initiatives that enhance the transition experience for new students.
• Assist with outreach efforts to prospective, incoming, and current students and their families.
• Develop and maintain program databases, records, and communication platforms.
• Collaborate with Student Affairs departments to develop innovative educational and engagement programs.
• Assist with marketing efforts, including social media, promotional materials, and event communications.
• Share responsibility for risk management concerns and preparation by working with university partners in advance of events.
• Assist with budget management, purchasing, and event expenditures.
• Represent New Student and Family Programs on university committees when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Regularly communicate and attend meetings with NSFP staff.
• Serve as a positive role model for students.
• Abide by professional standards and ethical practices.
• Develop credible working relationships with students, families, faculty, staff, and campus partners.
• Apply current issues and best practices in higher education and student affairs.
• Take initiative in implementing innovative ideas and programs.
• Actively participate in professional associations and development opportunities related to student affairs and higher education.
• Be flexible, open-minded, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Set personal and professional goals with a specific action plan.
• Develop competencies in assessment and evaluation, budgeting, strategic planning, event planning, student development, conflict resolution, and policy implementation.
• Gain experience in orientation programming, family engagement initiatives, and transition support services.

• GA pay $13.33 per hour at 20 hours per week.
• Compensation includes a biweekly stipend.
• Tuition/fees assistance for up to 18 credit hours each year.

This position is a 9‑month, 20‑hour‑per‑week position that will involve some evening and weekend hours, particularly during Orientation programs, Family Weekend, and other major university events.

• Only full‑time graduate students at East Texas A&M University are eligible for this position.
• If you plan to enroll in a graduate program at East Texas A&M University by Fall 2025, you may be considered for this position.
• All positions are security‑sensitive.
• Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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